Ophthalmic Technician II

Ophthalmic Technician IIAt Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician II to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate is already a certified ophthalmic assistant or technician. However, we are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work toward certification. In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.MUST HAVE HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE, PREFERABLY EYECARE BUT OPEN TO DISCUSSResponsibilitiesWhat You Will Do:Take medical histories and verify informationPerform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopyUtilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurementsInform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issuesDilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye examExplain how to properly use eye drops or other medicationsExplain how to properly use contact lensesAssist with inventory managementQualificationsWhat You Will Bring:High school diploma or GED certificateExperience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is requiredExperience with EMR toolsProficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word)Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT)What we offer:Competitive compensation packageExcellent comprehensive benefits401(K)Significant eye care discountsContinuing education allowancesCareer growth and developmentPTO and holidays offWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.